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Using Geoeconomics To Contain China
Abstract: Geoeconomics is at the heart of containment strategy as China mounted its belligerence and violated the global rule-based order. This led to an emerging consensus at the global level powered by the US to tackle the imminent threats posed by China within the established framework of international order. The US’s underlying intent is to Read more →
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The Reality Of Cyber Operations In The Grey Zone – The Emerging Geopolitics
Abstract: The impact of cyberattacks has been discussed through the scenario of devastating attacks by an adversary on critical infrastructure. As cyberspace is an emerging domain, methods and defence mechanisms are still being developed. The use of offensive operations is technically demanding and fought with unintended consequences, leading to the development of coercive measures through Read more →
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The Abraham Accords And The I2U2
Abstract: The Abraham Accords and the recently formed I2U2 have heralded the beginning of new geopolitical realignments in the Middle East or West Asia region. Many have seen the I2U2 as a ‘Middle Eastern QUAD’ brought together by the concerns of a possible nuclear-armed Iran as well as the increasing presence of China However, given Read more →
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The Advertiser And The Invisible In Biden’s Middle East Agenda
Abstract: Various political forces that contribute to the instability in the Middle Eastern region at all levels exist, whether Israeli or Arab. The region prepared for U.S. President Joe Biden’s visit[1] from July 13 to 16, 2022. Certainly, questions have arisen regarding Biden’s busy agenda upon his arrival and his ability to achieve his most Read more →
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Community Policing Groups And Security in Kenya
Abstract: To curb insecurity and sporadic armed conflict in regions inaccessible to state security forces, the government of Kenya advocates for Community Policing Groups (CPG), which exercise authority in rural, arid, and semi-arid areas. The state deems CPGs a necessary establishment akin to an extension of its autonomy to exercise the use of force. Consistently, Read more →
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The Battle For Global Chip Dominance: The US “CHIPS And Science Act”
Abstract: With the current shortage of semiconductors worldwide and China being the largest exporter of rare earth, the US recently passed its CHIPS and Science Act. The agreement seeks to ensure that the US regains dominance and self-reliance in the semiconductor industry while addressing its current economic and national security concerns. Granted that semiconductors are Read more →
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The Underwhelming Performance Of Russian Land Forces Electronic Warfare – Watt Happened?
The Underwhelming Performance of Russian Land Forces Electronic Warfare during Phase-1 of the Ukraine War: the 24th of February to the 6th of April 2022 Abstract: On the 24th of February 2022, the Russian Armed Forces invaded Ukraine. Spearheaded by the army, the land element saw Russia’s largest ever combat deployment of Electronic Warfare (EW) Read more →
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Israel’s Political Jigsaw Puzzle
Abstract: Israel is headed towards the fifth round of elections in three years, every time with new coalitions of political parties with a new set of election mandates. Former premier Naftali Bennet’s once-promising political journey was cut short because of the inherent fragility in the coalition that made up his government. The coalition couldn’t survive Read more →
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The PRC: International Stimulus, Strategic Culture And Resulting Domestic Policies
Abstract: This article deals with the effect of systemic stimulus as an independent variable, the strategic culture dominated by fear as an intervening variable, the resulting domestic policies as a dependent variable, and how these policies can endanger the state’s survival. The measures taken by China in recent years by gradually closing the country to Read more →
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Historicising The War In Nagorno Karabakh
Abstract: The case of Nagorno Karabakh is one among many examples of territorial disputes between bordering regions that can be observed in the former USSR territory. Territorial disputes continue to be a source of trouble for locals. A literature review and expert survey were conducted to analyze the status quo. This article argues that the Read more →
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